At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive a British Red Cross vehicle to deliver and collect items in your local area.
- Company: Join the world’s largest humanitarian organisation and make a difference.
- Benefits: 20% off donated goods, gain new skills, and enjoy a fulfilling volunteer experience.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are key; we welcome all volunteers.
- Why this job: Meet new people, stay active, and help others while volunteering.
- Qualifications: Valid UK driving licence, friendly attitude, and regular availability.
Our shops rely on volunteers to keep them running successfully. A key role is that of our volunteer drivers who support us by delivering and collecting items across their local area, to both customers and other shops. We’ll need to check your driving licence before you can start for things like penalty points and which vehicles you are allowed to drive. If you have a few hours a week to spare on a regular basis and enjoy being out and about, meeting new people, staying active and helping others, please get in touch.
What you will be doing:
- Transporting donated stock in a British Red Cross vehicle
- Loading and unloading items
- Planning routes
- Delivering and collecting stock to shops and customer homes
- Providing great customer service
The skills you need:
- A reasonable level of physical fitness
- A valid full UK driving licence (ideally less than 6 points) and a minimum of two years driving experience
- A friendly smile and warm outlook
- The ability to volunteer regularly at pre‑arranged times/days
What's in it for you:
- An opportunity to be part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation
- Use your existing skills or gain new ones
- 20% off donated goods purchased at your local shop
- The knowledge that you are making a positive difference to people’s lives
Health and Safety Statement:
We take an individual approach to ensuring your safety. We may ask you to complete a simple risk assessment and will also have a conversation with you to discuss and identify any adjustments you may need.
Eligibility:
Unfortunately, we can’t accept applications from 15‑17 year olds for this role. If you need support to find another role, please get in touch.
Inclusivity:
Diversity and inclusion are integral to our culture. We welcome refugees, asylum seekers and others currently in the UK to volunteer with us. We aim to create an inclusive environment and ensure volunteers are not out of pocket for expenses linked to their role.
Retail volunteer driver (Swansea) employer: Cash Hub
Joining the British Red Cross as a volunteer driver in Swansea offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital humanitarian mission while enjoying a supportive and inclusive work culture. Volunteers benefit from flexible hours, the chance to develop new skills, and the satisfaction of making a positive impact in their community, all while receiving discounts on donated goods. This role not only allows you to stay active and meet new people but also ensures that your contributions are valued and recognised within the world's largest humanitarian organisation.
